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Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Total Assets and CAPEX by Segment) (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
 3 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2014
Mar. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets $ 12,920   $ 13,056
Net capital expenditures 29 33 211
QVC-U.S.
      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 10,136   10,322
Net capital expenditures 16   123
QVC-Japan
      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 741   732
Net capital expenditures (2)   16
QVC-Germany
      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 1,137   1,109
Net capital expenditures 4   28
QVC-U.K.
      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 624   613
Net capital expenditures 2   16
QVC-Italy
      
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]      
Assets 282   280
Net capital expenditures $ 9   $ 28